A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of May 2026 as "Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Corticobasal Degeneration Awareness Month".
Awareness Month for Rare Brain Diseases
This resolution is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and has no upcoming votes scheduled at this time. The bill is considered active as it waits for further committee consideration.
Legislative Progress
This is a non-controversial resolution that honors patients and families, which typically passes by unanimous consent.
Key Points
- This resolution officially recognizes May 2026 as a time to raise awareness for two rare brain diseases. These conditions are often misdiagnosed as Parkinson's but are more aggressive and currently have no cure.
- About 32,000 Americans live with these disorders, which cause rapid loss of balance, speech, and movement. Most patients need full-time care within a few years of showing symptoms and have a life expectancy of about seven to eight years.
- The goal is to encourage more medical research into what causes these diseases and how to treat them. It also honors the families and doctors who care for people living with these difficult conditions.
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Submitted in Senate
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2447)
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of May 2026 as "Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Corticobasal Degeneration Awareness Month".
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